| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | A Conversation with Jeremy Scahill | Dirty Wars: The World is a BattlefiedPresented by Free Library of Philadelphia - Parkway Central Library at Free Library of Philadelphia - Parkway Central Library May 21, 2013 Jeremy Scahill is an award-winning investigative journalist and the author of the bestselling book Blackwater, about the world’s fastest-growing private army and a powerful player in the War on Terror. A two-time recipient of the George Polk Award and a frequent contributor to the Nation, Scahill is a correspondent for Democracy Now! and a Puffin Foundation Writing Fellow at The Nation Institute. From Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Somalia, into al Qaeda-held territory in Yemen and beyond,... | Free Library of Philadelphia - Parkway Central Library | 05/21/13 | Philadelphia |
The Secret Lives of Baked Goods Meet & Greet at AnthropologiePresented by Anthropologie May 21, 2013 Popular CakeSpy blogger and self-proclaimed “dessert detective” Jessie Oleson Moore has put her sweet-sleuthing skills to work in her new book "The Secret Lives of Baked Goods: Sweet Stories and Recipes for America’s Favorite Desserts", uncovering the fascinating histories behind America’s favorite cakes, pies, confections, and sweets. Come taste one of the recipes from Jessie's new book and get your copy signed. | Anthropologie | 05/21/13 | Philadelphia |
Mushmina Boutique Anniversary Party!!Presented by Mushmina May 21, 2013 You're invited to Mushmina's Philadelphia Store Anniversary Party on May 21st at 1540 South Street! We hope you will join us for a festive night of global fashion, food, music, henna and local spirits. After 4 years as a growing fair trade line of Moroccan fashion accessories and one year at our Philadelphia store, we're ready to celebrate! West Philadelphia Orchestra will be projecting our excitement with their Balkan brass beats and Bulgarian singer, Novito Bistro will be providing... | Mushmina | 05/21/13 | Philadelphia |
Writer's Voice CoffeehousePresented by Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Library at Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Library May 21, 2013 Direct from their writing retreat in Silver Bay, New York, Bristol High School students will share their poetry during a Writer’s Voice Coffeehouse. The public is invited to attend; to register for this Grundy Library event or for more information, visit www.grundylibrary.org or call 215.788.7891 ext. 5 or ext. 6.
| Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Library | 05/21/13 | Bristol |
Oh No He Didn't!: Cheating Songs Karaoke - w/co-host Sebastian!Presented by Sing Your Life Karaoke May 20-May 21, 2013 With guest host Sebastian, we're doing a night of cheating songs. There's no shortage of them in the world!
1st 10 people to sing the theme get 1 FREE DRINK TICKET good for the night's specials: $2 PBR Pounders! $5 Absoluts!
20% industry discount with paystub!
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21+ | Sing Your Life Karaoke | 05/20/13- 05/21/13 | Philadelphia |
| Lecture: Hilton Als on "Diane Arbus in Manhattan" | Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) | 05/22/13 | Philadelphia |
| Art Talk - Triple Play: "Decorative Mysteries" | Philadelphia Museum of Art | 05/22/13 | Philadelphia |
Paine's Park Ribbon CuttingPresented by Franklin's Paine Skatepark Fund May 22, 2013 Join us on Wednesday, May 22nd from 4-6pm, as we cut the ribbon on Paine's Park skatepark and open it to the public!
Event to feature:
Food trucks by Rita's, Guapos Tacos and La Colombe
Pro Skater Demos featuring Chris Cole, Kerry Getz and Tom Asta
DJ Gregg Nyce
Lauren Hart to sing the National Anthem | Franklin's Paine Skatepark Fund | 05/22/13 | Philadelphia |
Preserving Your Family Heirlooms: The KeepersPresented by Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Library at Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Library May 22, 2013 How do you take care of the accumulated, sentimental family stuff that you really want to keep? Join us when archivist and preservation consultant Kimberly Peach presents, Preserving Your Family Heirlooms. Part lecture and part hands-on, Ms. Peach will, as time allows, conduct personal consultations following her presentation; participants are invited to bring one item for this opportunity. For further information, or to register, call 215.788.7891 ext. 5 or ext.... | Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Library | 05/22/13 | Bristol |
Vertex Fitness PUMPEDPresented by Vertex Fitness PUMPED May 22, 2013 Join us for an evening of fun, food, music and prizes - all to benefit the Vertex Fitness PUMPED 2013 chosen charities - the Hamels Foundation, Francisvale Home for Smaller Animals and the Greater Philadelphia Veterans Network!
The primary goal of Vertex Fitness PUMPED is to provide support to area non-profits through a community-wide outreach effort made up of Vertex staff, local businesses and residents. Vertex Fitness PUMPED will not only increase awareness about these... | Vertex Fitness PUMPED | 05/22/13 | Bryn Mawr |
Sittin' In, Hosted by the Mini Q's!Presented by Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts at Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts - Commonwealth Plaza May 22, 2013 Join Philadelphia's funkiest organ trio for a late night of mash-up Blue Note Groove standards, Sound of Philadelphia classics, contemporary hip hop remixes and soaring, evocative improvisation. Co-founders Ben O'Neill (guitar) and Luke Carlos O'Reilly (organ) are joined by two of Philly's finest musicians, Anwar Marshall (drums) and Korey Riker (tenor saxophone).
DRINK SPECIALS BY JOSE GARCES
FREE ADMISSION | Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts | 05/22/13 | Philadelphia |
Quizzo at Queen ShebaPresented by Gloaming Productions May 24, 2012-May 23, 2013 Quizzo, hosted by Sean Glass. This is no ordinary bar trivia game. Three rounds of nerdtastic fun with your zany host, complete with video intermissions, are sure to leave you feeling both challenged and entertained. Teams of six or less compete for Quizzo Bucks.
Every Thursday! | Gloaming Productions | 05/24/12- 05/23/13 | Philadelphia |
Movie Mania: Storytelling for the Screen (Ages 14+)Presented by Mighty Writers at Mighty Writers, Inc. March 14-May 23, 2013 Movie Mania: Storytelling for the Screen (Ages 14+)
Thursdays, 6:00-8:00pm Mar. 14, 21; Apr. 4, 11, 18, 25; May 2, 9, 16, 23 (10 sessions) No class 3/28 for Spring Break. This class will take place at 1501 Christian Street. Do you have a movie idea you’d love to see on the screen? Take the first step with indie writer/director Anthony Giunta, whose new film, Contest, will be coming to film festivals this spring (watch trailer here). Participants will learn the steps in the... | Mighty Writers | 03/14/13- 05/23/13 | Philadelphia |
Real Housewife of NJ Teresa Guidice!Presented by Penn Bookstore at University of Pennsylvania Bookstore May 23, 2013 Real Housewife of NJ and Best-selling author Teresa Guidice returns to Penn to sign copies of her latest, "Fabulicious! On the Grill: Teresa's Smoking Hot Backyard Recipes." | Penn Bookstore | 05/23/13 | Philadelphia |
Invasion: Diaries and Memories of War in Iraq Exhibit May 15-23Presented by Drexel University - Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts and Design May 15-May 23, 2013 We proudly welcome a genre-defining multi-media exhibit, “Invasion: Diaries and Memories of War in Iraq,” to the URBN Center May 15-23. The exhibit reveals personal reflections of the war through the eyes of U.S. Marine Corp. Lt. Tim McLaughlin, journalist and author Peter Maass and photographer Gary Knight.
McLaughlin, posted at the Pentagon on September 11, 2001, was a tank commander with the first marine battalion to enter Baghdad in 2003, whose flag briefly... | Drexel University - Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts and Design | 05/15/13- 05/23/13 | Philadelphia |
Moishe House ARTS SalonPresented by Moishe House Philadelphia May 24, 2013 Moishe House Arts Salon in May features Blown Away, Dupond Dupont, Sasha Aleiner, and more! Come for live music, art installations, home-made desserts, and more!
Participating Artists include but are not limited to:
Blown Away
What do you get when you combine the melodic harmony of singing and guitar with the rhythmic mark making of projected drawing? An aural-visual spectacle, of course! A symphony of music and pictures that will transport you to a colorful... | Moishe House Philadelphia | 05/24/13 | |
Live Music at TavolaPresented by Tavola Restaurant and Bar May 23-May 24, 2013 Join us at Tavola for dinner, drinks and FREE LIVE MUSIC featuring Petie & Tony! | Tavola Restaurant and Bar | 05/23/13- 05/24/13 | Springfield |
BUS STOP's Jumble SalePresented by Bus Stop Boutique at Bus Stop Boutique May 24, 2013 BUS STOP's first ever sidewalk JUMBLE SALE on Friday May 24th 5:30pm-8:30pm!
Rummage through shoeboxes of footwear treasures from the “Last Stop” vault, chock-o-block full of last pairs, off season styles & lovely, lonely soles looking for love at AMAZING DEALS!
Get a taste of the outdoor markets from London right on 4th St & grab a few styles to put a little spring in your step.
BUS STOP will be rocking the block & serving... | Bus Stop Boutique | 05/24/13 | Philadelphia |
| Saturdays @ Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education | Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education | 02/09/13- 05/25/13 | Philadelphia |
Brad Carney & Genevieve Coutroubis: ExhibitionPresented by Seeds Gallery April 6-May 25, 2013 Seeds Gallery is pleased to host this exhibit of Mixed Media Collaborations by Genevieve Coutroubis, with John Karpinski and Johanna Marshall, and Paintings and Drawings by Brad Carney.
Genevieve Coutroubis is a photographer and ethnographer photographer who has been documenting Greece since 1995, capturing the nation’s diversity and beauty as she experiences it. In collaborations with John Karpinski, a loose narrative is created as Karpinski draws directly... | Seeds Gallery | 04/06/13- 05/25/13 | Philadelphia |
Doylestown 5k RacePresented by Doylestown Business and Community Alliance at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church May 24-May 25, 2013 The Doylestown 5K through downtown Doylestown has always been the biggest of the Series races. This year will be no exception. We expect 800+ runners for the race the Saturday before Memorial Day. In addition, there will be a special registration on May 24th at the Lady of Mount Carmel School Gym. Pre-registered runners can also pick up race packets on the 24th. Every pre-registered runner will receive a 5K Race T-shirt. There will be outstanding raffle prizes for the runners. The overall... | Doylestown Business and Community Alliance | 05/24/13- 05/25/13 | Doylestown |
Painting a Healthy CityPresented by Mural Arts Program, City of Philadelphia May 25, 2013 Join us at the 2nd Annual Painting a Healthy City - a FREE event open to the public! Painting a Healthy City aims to promote health and wellbeing across Philadelphia by bringing together the powerful forces of public art, community engagement, and health resources. Help paint a mural, pick up healthy tips and tricks, enjoy good food and music, get info on health resources in Philadelphia, create your own art, and be a part of the fun! | Mural Arts Program, City of Philadelphia | 05/25/13 | Philadelphia |
Schuylkill Short PaddlesPresented by Philadelphia Canoe Club at Philadelphia Canoe Club May 25, 2013 Come out and Paddle! PCC Short paddles leave the Philadelphia Canoe Club at 9:30 a.m. and return?by noon. This is a recreational flat water paddle of about two hours on the Schuylkill River, leaving from and returning to Philadelphia Canoe Club. | Philadelphia Canoe Club | 05/25/13 | Philadelphia |
Salvaging New Ideas: Reflections on a Residency ProgramPresented by Center for Art in Wood at Center for Art in Wood May 25, 2013 A closing gallery talk with exhibiting artist Mark Gardner, moderated by Executive Director Albert LeCoff. Event is free, RSVP to The Center by calling 215-923-8000. | Center for Art in Wood | 05/25/13 | Philadelphia |
Memorial Flag DedicationPresented by Elmwood Park Zoo at Elmwood Park Zoo May 26, 2013 Elmwood Park Zoo is hosting a Flag Dedication Ceremony on May 26 in honor of the men and women – past, present, and future – who bravely dedicate their service to our country and to the United States Military.
The following organizations will be participating in the ceremony:
Vietnam Veterans of America Valley Forge Chapter 349
Central Montgomery County Veteran Honor Guard
Disabled American Veterans Chapter 25
Norristown ROTC
Norristown High... | Elmwood Park Zoo | 05/26/13 | Norristown |
Bethany Lutheran College Choral and Handbell ConcertPresented by Peace Ev. Lutheran Church May 26, 2013 The choirs of Bethany Lutheran College, Mankato, MN, will be performing at Peace Lutheran Church on Sunday, May 26 at 9:15 a.m. The 70 college musicians will perform selections from Haydn's "Creation" and Bach's "B minor Mass" along with works by Copland, Gibbons, Parry, Stanford, Stainer, Schubert, Distler, and others. The Concert Choir, Mary Martha Singers, Chamber Choir and Handbell Choir are directed by Ann Fredrickson and Dennis Marzolf. | Peace Ev. Lutheran Church | 05/26/13 | King of Prussia |
Let's Dance - A Deathwaltz Tribute To David BowiePresented by Deathwaltz Media Group at The Blockley May 26, 2013 LET'S DANCE: A Deathwaltz Tribute To David Bowie Deathwaltz To Host Art Show And Concert Honoring David Bowie On Memorial Day Weekend In Philadelphia. David Bowie's music and style has defined multiple generations, and to many, has surpassed the status of mere rock god. Deathwaltz Founder, Justin Berger, thinks it's time to honor the king of style in a truly interactive way. He's bringing out old friends from his Alma Mater, Tyler School Of Art, to show work inspired by David Bowies... | Deathwaltz Media Group | 05/26/13 | Philadelphia |
Open Mike at Irish TimesPresented by Mike Dougherty Productions May 7, 2012-May 27, 2013 Best comedy and music talent in Philly. Admission is free and drink and food specials abound. It's a great time in a great atmosphere in one of the best Irish bars In Phill. | Mike Dougherty Productions | 05/07/12- 05/27/13 | Philadelphia |
Memorial Day ObservancePresented by Friends of Washington Crossing Park at Washington Crossing Historic Park May 27, 2013 Please join us in honoring the fallen soldiers of the 1776 Winter Campaign at the Revolutionary War Soldiers’ Gravesite behind the Thompson Neely House (located about two miles south of New Hope at the intersection of River and Aquetong Roads). A procession will lead visitors to the Gravesite where commemorative speeches and a musket salute will precede the lowering of the flag to half staff. | Friends of Washington Crossing Park | 05/27/13 | Washington Crossing |
| CAA - Piano Lessons (Beginner & Advanced) | West Phila Senior Community Center | 05/06/13- 05/27/13 | Philadelphia |
| CAA - Choir | Star Harbor Senior Citizen Center | 05/06/13- 05/27/13 | Philadelphia |
Memorial Day TributePresented by Christ Church Burial Ground at Christ Church Burial Ground May 27, 2013 Join us as we remember America’s heroes who paid the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. The tribute includes a wreath-laying ceremony at the grave site of Major Charles Mc Euen who headed the 6th Union League Regiment in the Civil War, and a ceremonial placing of 13 star flags at the grave sites of Revolutionary War patriots. | Christ Church Burial Ground | 05/27/13 | Philadelphia |
| Civil War Museum Open House | Bucks County Civil War Round Table, Inc | 05/27/13 | Doylestown |
Cruise NightPresented by Shady Brook Farm, Inc. at Shady Brook Farm May 7-May 28, 2013 Rev your engines for Shady Brook Farm’s Cruise Night! ALL cruisers are welcome to partcipate or just come and check out all the cars. Hot Rods, Muscle Cars, Imports, & Tuners. Trophies Every Week * No Registration Fee
10 general trophies, 5 special theme night trophies weekly, free admission, 50/50, music, playground for kids, food, drinks, and ice cream available.
| Shady Brook Farm, Inc. | 05/07/13- 05/28/13 | Yardley |
Input/Output: Photography as Exchange: JetsonoramaPresented by Mural Arts Program, City of Philadelphia at Thomas Eakins House May 28, 2013 Input/Output: Photography as Exchange
Input/Output: The Mural Arts Photography Project is a year-long series of public art projects, community workshops and lectures, and youth art programs that explore a provocative question: can artists imagine photography as a form of art-making that transcends the simple recording of an image? Can photography be considered as a means of exchange between the audience and the urban scene, with the artist as an intermediary who consciously... | Mural Arts Program, City of Philadelphia | 05/28/13 | Philadelphia |
Free Skin Cancer ScreeningsPresented by The Skin Cancer Foundation May 28, 2013 The Skin Cancer Foundation’s Road to Healthy Skin Tour, presented by Rite Aid, offers FREE, full body skin cancer screenings to the public. Participants may receive skin cancer information, sunscreen samples and other giveaways. Screenings are first come, first served. Local volunteer dermatologist Jeffrey Pollock, MD, will conduct the screenings. Please visit SkinCancer.org/Tour for more details. | The Skin Cancer Foundation | 05/28/13 | Philadelphia |
Free Skin Cancer ScreeningsPresented by The Skin Cancer Foundation May 28, 2013 What: The Skin Cancer Foundation’s Road to Healthy Skin Tour, presented by Rite Aid, offers FREE, full body skin cancer screenings to the public. Participants may receive skin cancer information, sunscreen samples and other giveaways. Screenings are first come, first served. Who: Local volunteer dermatologist Jeffrey Pollock, MD, will conduct the screenings. For More Information: Please visit SkinCancer.org/Tour for more details. | The Skin Cancer Foundation | 05/28/13 | Philadelphia |
Headhouse Colonial Sushi Open MicPresented by South Street Headhouse District March 6-May 29, 2013 Tom Monari hosts this great Open Mic event on Lombard Street at the east end of the South Street area.
This cozy environment is a perfect venue to meet friends for an evening out and to listen to great, original Philadelphia Music.
Madame Saito, proprietor and inventor of the "Philadelphia Roll" also hosts a sushi making class on Wednesday evenings.
The Headhouse is also a functioning art Gallery hosting an active rotation of original art work... | South Street Headhouse District | 03/06/13- 05/29/13 | Philadelphia |
| Book Discussion: The Paris Wife by Paula McLain | Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Library | 05/29/13 | Bristol |
| Art Talk - Staff Picks: "Mother Power- A Goddess from Nepal" | Philadelphia Museum of Art | 05/29/13 | Philadelphia |
| CAA - Pottery Class | Center in the Park | 05/01/13- 05/29/13 | Philadelphia |
BoysDO RoboticsPresented by Springside Chestnut Hill Academy May 29, 2013 At SCH Academy, Boys Do Robotics! Boys’ ages 4 to 7 years old are invited to SCH Academy for a fun-filled afternoon exploring robotics using WeDo Robotics kits and LEGOS. Boys will design and build a LEGO robot and explore our Lower School Imagineering Lab. Space is limited again, so please email kmersky@sch.org to reserve your son’s place. Enter at the main entrance off of Springfield Avenue, Willow Grove Campus | Springside Chestnut Hill Academy | 05/29/13 | Philadelphia |
New Hope Art League Juried ExhibitionPresented by New Hope Art League at Rolling Green Farm Barn May 18-May 30, 2013 New Hope Art League 2013 Juried Art Show is a premier, competitive art exhibition. This year show will be at the scenic Rolling Green Farm on Rt. 202 and Aquetong Rd., New Hope. All art is for sale.
There is an opening award reception on Sat., May 18 from 4-7pm with guitarist Michael Notarangelo.
There is a non-perishable food drive for the Bucks County Housing Group's Food Pantry and a silent auction with 5 paintings donated by our artist to raise needed funds for the Food... | New Hope Art League | 05/18/13- 05/30/13 | New Hope |
Creative Hand exhibition program: Band of Artists presents ''Tourettes: A Dancing Disorder''Presented by James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown at James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown May 30, 2013 Composed of a forward thinking group of performers and presenters, Band of Artists is putting a new spin on Tourette Syndrome. “Tourettes: A Dancing Disorder” is a performance piece that challenges and inspires audiences to take another look at their definitions of disability. Because Tourette Syndrome is very kinetic in nature, it can be perceived as a dance, if seen through the right lens. Band of Artists provides this lens. This innovative troupe is at the forefront of a... | James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown | 05/30/13 | Doylestown |
| CAA - Poetry & Discussion | Center in the Park | 05/02/13- 05/30/13 | Philadelphia |
| CAA - Flower Making | Star Harbor Senior Citizen Center | 05/02/13- 05/30/13 | Philadelphia |
Eddie Bruce & Friends Thursdays at SugarHouse CasinoPresented by Eddie Bruce Music May 2-May 30, 2013 May brings melodic pleasure as Eddie Bruce & Friends light up the water's edge on Thursdays in Philadelphia at SugarHouse Casino. The shows begin at 8 p.m. and run through 11:30 p.m. On May 2nd, performing with the Tom Adams Trio, Eddie unites with Denise Montana, and on May 9th, Erin Dickens is called to the stage, followed by Eddie with Jeannie Brooks on May 16th. Later on May 23rd, it’s Dena Underwood, and May comes to a close with Ella Gahnt on May 30th. Eddie Bruce &... | Eddie Bruce Music | 05/02/13- 05/30/13 | |
Behind the Scenes of the Grundy Library ArchivePresented by Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Library at Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Library May 16-May 30, 2013 The Trustees of the Grundy Foundation will honor Harold and Carol Mitchener for their fifteen years of dedicated volunteer service with a reception and exhibit. The exhibit, Behind the Scenes of the Grundy Library Archive, will feature fascinating artifacts from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries which are part of the Library collection. The public is invited to attend. The exhibit continues through Thursday, May 30th during regular library hours. For more information visit us... | Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Library | 05/16/13- 05/30/13 | Bristol |
Samuel Powel: Patriot, Tory, or Neither?Presented by Historical Society of Pennsylvania at Powel House May 30, 2013 Samuel Powel has the distinction of being the last mayor of Philadelphia under British rule, and the first after American Independence. Often referred to as Philadelphia’s “Patriot Mayor,” he is depicted as an early ardent supporter of the American cause. Join us as author David Maxey journeys back to the early years of the Revolution to take a closer look at Powel and his allegiance. Was Powel always a patriot or did he only gradually adopt the cause of liberty? To help... | Historical Society of Pennsylvania | 05/30/13 | Philadelphia |
SilverSneakers Muscular Strength & Range of MovementPresented by PT Transformations at PT Transformations January 15-May 31, 2013 This group exercise class, brought to you by Healthways SilverSneakers®, consists of equipment-based, total body conditioning workouts. Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement, and activity for daily living skills. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a ball are offered for resistance, and a chair is used for seated and/or standing support. Fitness Level – All, Coordination Level –... | PT Transformations | 01/15/13- 05/31/13 | Bristol |